Owletts
The Street, Cobham, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 3HX
Explore the rooms and grounds of Owletts, an impressive 17th-century manor house and a fine example of Kent vernacular architecture. The influence of celebrated architect Sir Herbert Baker, born here in 1862, is evident throughout the house.
As well as the spectacular architecture and interiors, you can explore the gardens. The lawns are highlighted by some signature trees, such as the Cedar of Lebanon that Sir Herbert planted on Christmas Day, the winter before he died. His son, Henry, planted a walnut tree in the 1990s.
There is a grass tennis court, and if you explore beyond into the Filbert Platt you'll find apple and cobnut trees, a willow dome planted in 2013, a wishing tree for hanging ribbons on, and a swing large enough for adults to enjoy.
Timings & Tours
- Sunday 21 September:
- 12.30pm-4.30pm
Location & directions
The Street, Cobham, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 3HX
- Contact on day:
- Property Office 01732 810378
- Telephone number:
- +441732810378
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking not required
Accessibility details
Drop-off point immediately outside house, with two steps up to the front door. One route for ramped level access to house via side of house. House: two steps to entrance. Ground floor accessible. Seats on ground floor in each room. No lift to landing. Grounds: uneven and loose gravel paths, slopes, some steps, grass and undulating terrain. Single toilet (non-adapted) accessed via two steps There is a small, free car park. Wheel chair accessible parking spaces available upon request by the side of the building. Visitors who require parking phone beforehand on 01732 810378.
